Need To Know with Dr. Nsenga Burton-Understanding the Attack on DEI

Episode Title: Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/need-to-know-with-dr-nsenga-burton-understanding-the-attack-on-dei Episode Video Link: In this episode of 'Need to Know,' Dr. Nsenga Burton delves into Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and its significance in creating an equitable society. She addresses the recent political backlash against DEI, discussing how it is misrepresented as promoting unqualified candidates. Dr. Burton uses the example of the Francis Scott Key Bridge accident to illustrate how DEI principles are falsely accused. Emphasizing that DEI aims to ensure fairness and opportunities for historically disenfranchised populations, she underscores its importance in fostering a just, inclusive community.▶︎ In This Episode 00:00: Introduction to Need to Know with Dr. Nsenga Burton00:18: Understanding DEI: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion01:12: The Republican Dog Whistle Against DEI02:43: Case Study: The Francis Scott Key Bridge Incident05:34: The Impact of Mislabeling and Dehumanization06:39: Conclusion: The True Essence of DEI🔗 Resources Links and resources mentioned in this episode:🔔 Listen and Subscribe Listen to this episode and subscribe for future updates subscribe to A Black Executive Perspective podcast onYouTube PodcastsApple PodcastsSpotify PodcastsAmazon MusicOther platforms or by searching "TonyTidbit" if you like what we're doing and would like to support us, here's some ways you can help us continue the uncomfortable conversations that drive changesubscribe to our newslettergive us up to a 5 star review on Apple Podcastsshare an episode with a friend, family member or colleague🗣️ Follow @ablackexecfollow us across social media @aBlackExecLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitterTikTokWhatsApp ⭐️ Follow @TonyTidbitfollow Tony across social media @TonyTidbitTwitterLinkedInFacebook This episode was produced by TonyTidbit ™ . Copyright © 2024 A BLACK EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced without prior written permission. For permissions, email [email protected] .